Divorce; Work; and, Military deployment: There are many reasons fathers are not present in their children's daily lives. But that doesn't mean they have to be completely absent. This practical handbook tackles the challenges long-distance fathers face and offers solutions for how to maintain healthy, loving and close relationships.This book includes ways to communicate via phone and email, make the most of summer holidays, stay involved in homework, sports and school activities, and other problems long-distance fathers face.